Amtrak has introduced its long-awaited NextGen Acela service between Washington and New York, with the first new trainsets departing today (Aug. 27, 2025) from Washington at 5 a.m. and Boston at 6 a.m.

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Amtrak is celebrating the launch of its NextGen Acela with its first day of revenue service at Washington Union Station.

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NextGen Acela train service offers premium travel with free Wi-Fi, USB ports and 27% more seats on the Washington-New York-Boston corridor.